Zdravich
American expat in Spain
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Registration: 24 September 2020
How do you prove that you have enough economic resources? by zurlita
Hi Everybody,In order to get a non-lucrative visa, it's necessary to demonstrate that you have enough economic resources to avoid being a burden for the welfare system in Spain. I see that the law requires "supporting documentation of obtaining ...
Hi there! we got out non-lucrative visas from the Spanish Consulate in Chicago. I think every Consulate handles things differently, but I can tell you about our experience. On the Consulate website there was a pretty detailed list explaining exactly ... Read More
Visa for Spain: how to pay fee 052? by Lorenzo Fabbri
I am applying for a Visa for Spain (for my PhD). One of the documents required is the form [url=https://sede.administracionespublicas.gob.es/pagina/index/directorio/tasa052/language/en]790-052[/url], which is available online and also as a PDF sent ...
Yes, Restaurant Doc is giving the best advice. You pay the fee at the consulate, I believe when you submit the paperwork. When we did ours (in Chicago) I googled the form and got a version in both Spanish and English, (though I think the Consulate ... Read More
Logistics of moving to Spain from the USA by rdruby699
Hi! My name is Dayna & I鈥檓 planning on retiring in Spain (Mallorca) in the next year or so鈥攕ooner if Spain implements a Digital Nomad Visa鈥攖hat way I鈥檇 be able to continue to work for my current employer remotely & ...
We moved from the US to Spain with a cat 4 years ago. We did the visa process ourselves. It was a lot of work, and at times stressful. But if you have a good consulate it helps a lot. We used the consulate in Chicago and they were great. They did ... Read More
The best age to move to Spain by Cheryl
Hello everybody, No two people experience expatriation in Spain in the same way, depending on their age and personal situation. We would like to know more about you and ask you to share with us when you decided to move to Spain. How old were ...
My husband and I moved here from the USA with our cat just after we retired - we were both 62. No regrets. The process of getting here was a LOT of work. We had to sell practically everything we owned. We shipped a small crate (4ft x 4ft x 6ft) with ... Read More
1st year of private insurance with preexisting conditions by goodstafford
Hello everyone, I am hoping to hear from someone who's walked this path. I am trying to move to Spain on a Golden Visa. I have preexisting conditions that don't hurt my health at present but require me to take some very expensive ...
Don't worry too much about the cost of medication. It is unbelievably inexpensive here as opposed to the USA. Read More
Living in Spain as a pensioner by stephenmulligan1955
Once you get old as an expat in Spain who helps you with general day to day tasks like shoping or changing a light bulb. Is their any after care service such as the Nhs provides in the uk
I am so sorry it took me so long to get back to you (a month!!!). This is an organization that provides help to English speaking people. https://www.ageinspain.org/ The website says it is for UK people living here, but my friend assures me it is for ... Read More
Questions about health care for expats in Spain by SilverGrizzly
I am Barry, norteamericano and new to this forum and site. I have been semi-retired for the past 15 years, working with a medical staffing agency that has allowed me to travel 2 to 3 months every year. I have used those travels to to scout ...
My husband and I (Americans) have been living in Spain for almost 4 years on a non-lucrative visa. You need private health insurance to obtain your residency card. We signed up with a plan through our bank - Banco Sabadell. We also went to the local ... Read More
Living in Spain as a pensioner by stephenmulligan1955
Once you get old as an expat in Spain who helps you with general day to day tasks like shoping or changing a light bulb. Is their any after care service such as the Nhs provides in the uk
I have a friend who is volunteering for an organization that helps the English speaking elderly here find assistance. I can ask her more about it and give you more details. I will be seeing her today. Read More
Moving to Alicante by charmingeve81
I am arriving December 10-18 to look at the area and apartments. American looking for her retirement location!
I have been through the residency application three times now, and I have been learning quite a bit of spanish. I may be able to help you out. Read More
Moving to Alicante by charmingeve81
I am arriving December 10-18 to look at the area and apartments. American looking for her retirement location!
We are Americans and have been living here for 3 and a half years. It is great!!! We love it. Where are you going to be??? Read More
All about taxes for expats in Spain by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in Spain. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
We are Americans living here in Spain. Spain and the US have a taxation agreement. I went to the US Embassy website (or was it the US Consulate website? Can't recall which one) and found a list of English speaking attorneys who specialize in ... Read More
Health Insurance by Guest123078
My wife and I are moving from LA to Barcelona in June 2022. We are in our late 60's, very active, and in good health. We need guidance on the best private health insurance to buy for Barcelona. I want a very comprehensive policy but don't ...
gwyng above gives very good information. My husband and I are in our 60's and the policy for both of us is about 2,000 euros per year. But you have to have it to obtain a residency card. We have a deductible, but that didn't seem to matter, ... Read More
Health Insurance by Guest123078
My wife and I are moving from LA to Barcelona in June 2022. We are in our late 60's, very active, and in good health. We need guidance on the best private health insurance to buy for Barcelona. I want a very comprehensive policy but don't ...
My husband and I moved to Spain 3 and a half years ago. We opened a bank account at Banco Sabadell. They offer health insurance, as well as insurance for cars and homes. It was very easy because we were able to do everything at one location, and ... Read More
Interview at Spanish embassy London by walkerc22
For 2 weeks been trying by phone and email to contact the Embassy for an Appointment for non lucrative visa am getting absolutely nowhere no response from them the phone calls are cut off after 3 or 4 minutes anyone out there any ideas? Frustrated ...
Are you in the UK? In the US we can only make those appointments online. they NEVER answer the phone. Read More
Driving Test in Spain by TinaChico
Hi All, We are hoping to move permanently to Spain this year and have been trying to find out about the driving licence. Some say you can just exchange your English licence for a Spanish one and some say you have to take the driving test agin in ...
Listen to GuestPoster854 on this. Use the International license while you are going through the process of getting a Spanish driver's license. You MUST get a Spanish license or you will be fined if you are caught. For people from EU countries it ... Read More
How to make friends in Spain by expat.com
We have been talking about [url=/forum/viewtopic.php?id=891]loneliness when you are abroad[/url], let's now talk about how to make friends (locals and other expats) when you're living in Spain :top: [b]Which are your best tips ...
Volunteer to help your local Red Cross center. Attend a church service. Attend the local festivals. Go to an outdoor cafe and strike up a conversation with the table next to you. The Spanish are very friendly and interested in meeting people. Read More
Non-lucrative visa to work or invest in a business by tamfelix99
I would like to know the cheapest & fastest way to work or invest in a business in Spain. I'm holding a non-lucrative visa with my family and I moved to Spain 3 months ago. Do I need to do a business plan? Or I just go to the Spain tax ...
If you have a non-lucrative visa, you are not allowed to work and earn money. Read More
Question about phrase in Serbian by GuestPoster71
Estimados amigos que hablen y escriban Serbio. Me podr铆an confirmar si la frase a continuaci贸n es correcta y si se puede aplicar a un hombre y una mujer???? ???? ?????????, ???? ????? Gracias por vuestra ayuda Heri Duque Edit: [b]my ...
Also, our cousin says he is not familiar with that as a "saying" used in Serbia. Read More
Question about phrase in Serbian by GuestPoster71
Estimados amigos que hablen y escriban Serbio. Me podr铆an confirmar si la frase a continuaci贸n es correcta y si se puede aplicar a un hombre y una mujer???? ???? ?????????, ???? ????? Gracias por vuestra ayuda Heri Duque Edit: [b]my ...
Our cousin in Serbia says: Well, this means "always friends, always brothers." So, we believe it would have to be changed depending on the gender of the person speaking and the person being spoken to. Hope this helps Read More
Question about phrase in Serbian by GuestPoster71
Estimados amigos que hablen y escriban Serbio. Me podr铆an confirmar si la frase a continuaci贸n es correcta y si se puede aplicar a un hombre y una mujer???? ???? ?????????, ???? ????? Gracias por vuestra ayuda Heri Duque Edit: [b]my ...
I can find out the answer for you. We are living in Spain, and my husband is a first-generation Serbian-American. He reads cyrilic, and has cousins in Serbia. Let me see if I can find out from any of them. Read More
I need advice please by mirellasalucci
Hi I鈥檓 getting an Italian passport and I鈥檓 wanting to live in Spain and my questions are what do I need to do and have organised for a long term stay in Spain. Thanks Mirella
We are enrolled in the Spanish health system as residents. Go to the nearest CAP (primary care office) or hospital and ask where you have to go to apply for the card. It was very easy for us. We presented a few documents, and we were in. Read More
American Having a Hard Time Opening a Spanish Bank Account by rmisiclier
Hello! I am Roger. My interest is to purchase a property in the Malaga area and was told that I needed an NIE in Spain in order to open a bank account and transact. I obtained the NIE through the embassy in Washington, and made a trip this month ...
We are Americans living in Spain, and shortly after we arrived we opened an account at Banco Sabadell with no problems. It was done on the spot at our appointment with a banker. Banco Sabadell seems to "specialize" in helping foreigners ... Read More
Roth IRA or Roth 401k taxation by Erichsisol
Hi all US expats and Tax accountants! I'm a US and as well as EU citizen (non-Spain) living in US and planning to retire in Spain. I have researched a lot online and YouTube videos but I could not find any concrete reliable information about ...
We just had our taxes done here in Spain for the first time and were surprised to discover the Roth IRA holds no advantage here. All income is taxed in Spain regardless of the type of account it is. The tax agreement with the US provides for any tax ... Read More
Americans in Spain by DrDuane
Hello, With retirement just around the corner we have been looking at various locations and Spain continues to draw our attention. I would welcome information from US expats about the process of relocating and obtaining a residency visa. We will ...
You have to get the visa from your home country before you come to Spain. After 5 years of living here and keeping your temporary residency updated you can become a permanent resident. Read More
Tax charged on pension by maltawildcat
Tetired to Malta 13 years ago but like to relocate to southern Spain as always been popular with us. My concern is that i am informed the we will be taxed on our English Old Age Pension. As not taxed in UK as below tax allowance is it correct tax ...
My understanding of it, which was confirmed by the attorney here, is that since Spain and the US have an agreement, the taxes we pay in the US are credited to our tax liability here. Usually this means there will not be a tax payment due to Spain, ... Read More
Tax charged on pension by maltawildcat
Tetired to Malta 13 years ago but like to relocate to southern Spain as always been popular with us. My concern is that i am informed the we will be taxed on our English Old Age Pension. As not taxed in UK as below tax allowance is it correct tax ...
I found an attorney who specializes in filing income taxes for both Spain and the US (we are US Citizens living in Spain) by checking the website for the US Consulate in our area. You might try that. Read More
Tax charged on pension by maltawildcat
Tetired to Malta 13 years ago but like to relocate to southern Spain as always been popular with us. My concern is that i am informed the we will be taxed on our English Old Age Pension. As not taxed in UK as below tax allowance is it correct tax ...
Yes, we checked the double taxation agreement. :) Read More
Looking to buy apartment by colm coyle
Looking to but a flat in alicante What the pit falls and is there any bad area I have a small budget Thanks in advance colm
Luckily prices are good here. Find an estate agent who is bi-lingual and also one who is insured, registered and qualified by the region you want to buy in. There are lots of websites. As far as "bad" areas, it would be best if you could ... Read More
Residency Application by Brynskill
When applying for residency, how much does each partner need in the bank, and how many months statements do you need to show ?? thanks
It really sort of depends on where you live as to how involved it can get. There is a website for making the appointment and which gives a list of what is needed to apply. It can be translated into English. Here is the link: ... Read More
Retirement in spain by gmdavid
Hello, I would like to ask for advice about moving to Spain. My wife and I are 75 years old and we want to buy a property in Spain and live near the beach, which areas do you recommend? The lawyer we have has recommended Malaga, Marbella and ...
We are retired here and lived for the first year in Oliva, about an hour south of Valencia. There are beautiful beaches there, not as touristy and crowded as some other places. Also more Spanish -- there are some UK ex-pats living there of course, ... Read More
Moving from Germany to Spain because of work by kratikus
Hi there, I got a job position in the Electronics Engineering field, and I would be moving from Germany to Valencia in the next few months in case everything goes as planned. I know that a few years ago Spain had a very unfortunate financial ...
I would say "Do It" !!!! We have been living here for 3 years and have no regrets. Spain is a beautiful country, and Valencia is a wonderful city -- we lived near there for our first year. It is affordable here, and the people are so ... Read More
Financing a B&B in Spain by Guest6843
Good morning all, I've landed here in my attempt to find information about a potential move to Spain from the UK. My partner and I would like to open a B&B in Andalucia but I'm finding it difficult to find the right information. I have ...
When I had questions about filing an income tax return, I went to the website for the United States Embassy in Spain (we are retired here from America). I found a list of attorneys by specialty that are bi-lingual and can help with all sorts of ... Read More
Tax charged on pension by maltawildcat
Tetired to Malta 13 years ago but like to relocate to southern Spain as always been popular with us. My concern is that i am informed the we will be taxed on our English Old Age Pension. As not taxed in UK as below tax allowance is it correct tax ...
We are Americans and retired in Spain. The lawyer that files our tax return says pensions are not taxed. I went to the American Embassy website for Spain and found a list of attorneys who file taxes in both Spain and the US. They are bilingual. If ... Read More
Access to Healthcare system in Spain as an EU/UK citizen by catwashkat5781
Hi there, I am a UK/German/Israeli citizen having lived for the last 23 years in the UK. I suffer from Arthritis and thus am intending to move to Spain, initially in a campervan I am also intending to live in. At least for the foreseeable future ...
Once you get here and apply for residency and get a card, you can get on the Spanish health system. However, you may have to buy private health insurance in order to get residency. We are Americans, and the requirements for us to get residency are ... Read More
Taxes in retirement for Americans by Erichsisol
hi there, I'm planing to retire in Spain (around Barcelona) but the main concern are taxes. I did online research but found incomplete or confusing information about taxation in retirement. Here is my info: I'm US and also Slovakia-EU ...
I am also wondering about this topic. From what I read, I was under the impression we do not have to file anything or pay taxes in Spain, but I am now beginning to wonder if that is correct. Does anyone know of a tax lawyer or accountant in the ... Read More